2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Boxster (245 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Boxster | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
